Description
Celebrate Mardi Gras with a twist by making Japanese Mini Cotton Cheesecake—light, fluffy, and perfectly portioned treats with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. These elegant mini cheesecakes are easy to customize with festive colors and toppings, making them a beautiful and delicious addition to your Mardi Gras table.
Ingredients
Cream cheese
Eggs
Heavy cream
Milk
Cake flour
Cornstarch
Sugar
Lemon juice
Vanilla extract
Instructions
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Line and grease mini cheesecake pans or a muffin tin.
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In a large bowl, whisk together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
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Add milk, heavy cream, and egg yolks, mixing gently.
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Sift in cake flour and cornstarch; fold carefully to maintain lightness.
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In a separate bowl, beat egg whites to stiff peaks.
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Gently fold egg whites into the cream cheese batter without deflating it.
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Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
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Place the filled cheesecake pans into a larger tray filled with hot water (water bath method).
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Bake for 25–30 minutes until tops are lightly golden and centers are slightly jiggly.
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Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
Notes
Add food coloring for festive Mardi Gras colors: purple, green, and gold.
Top with edible glitter, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chocolate drizzle.
For a flavor twist, infuse batter with lemon zest, cinnamon, or a splash of orange liqueur.
Cooling slowly helps prevent cheesecake shrinkage and preserves fluffiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
